Director, Surgical Simulation and Technology (Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor)

Florida Atlantic University; Only (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine in the Department of Surgery invites applications for the Director of Surgical Simulation and Technology.

The role leads development and implementation of simulation-based education, aligning with ACGME and BOS requirements, supervising curricula for residents and medical students. The position balances 35% clinical duties with 65% administrative responsibilities, driving AEI accreditation efforts, advancing simulation

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency.
• Board certification/eligibility in General Surgery.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Florida medical license and appropriate clinical privileges.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine and graduate medical education.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for development and implementation of simulation-based surgical education programs.
• Manage curricula and training programs to meet ACGME and American Board of Surgery requirements.
• Conduct competency-based assessment methods and coordinate team-based simulations.
• Mentor residents and medical students in clinical, simulation, and classroom settings.
• Collaborate with university and hospital leadership to advance simulation technologies and secure funding.

Skills

Academic medicine

Graduate medical education

Teaching

Resident mentorship

Education

MD/DO degree

ACGME General Surgery residency

Board certification/eligibility in General Surgery

Unrestricted Florida medical license eligibility

Job description

Position Summary

The Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University seeks an outstanding academic educator and clinician for the full-time faculty position of Director of Surgical Simulation and Technology for the Department of Surgery and the General Surgery Residency Program.

The Director of Surgical Simulation and Technology provides leadership for the development, and implementation of simulation-based surgical education programs within the Department of Surgery. This role is responsible for managing all required surgical simulation curricula and training programs, including ACGME and American Board of Surgery requirements, while ensuring surgery residents and medical students receive comprehensive training in open, laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robotic surgical techniques. The Director develops and implements competency-based assessment methods, coordinates team-based simulation activities and works closely with faculty to promote engagement in surgical education and skills training. This position will be structured with 35% clinical responsibilities and 65% administrative responsibilities.

As a core faculty member of the General Surgery Residency Program, the Director provides direct teaching, supervision, and mentorship to residents and students in clinical, simulation, and classroom settings. The position fosters a culture of academic excellence by supporting resident-led scholarly activity, research and quality improvement initiatives. The Director serves as a professional role model and career mentor while contributing to the educational mission of the College of Medicine. Clinical responsibilities include providing surgical care, clinical teaching, and supervision of residents and medical students in operative and patient care settings.

The Director also collaborates with university and hospital leadership to advance simulation technologies, secure funding, and expand educational capabilities throughout the system. Responsibilities include guiding the acquisition of advanced simulation equipment, supporting the development of an American College of Surgeons Accredited Education Institute (AEI), and ensuring that simulation resources serve both surgical trainees and practicing healthcare professionals. The position performs additional projects and responsibilities as assigned in support of the department's strategic goals.

The successful candidate will be an ABS board-certified surgeon with a demonstrated commitment to graduate medical education, surgical education, patient safety, quality improvement, and resident professional development. Prior experience in GME leadership, ACGME accreditation, resident evaluation, recruitment, simulation, or quality improvement is preferred.

The successful candidate will receive an academic faculty appointment in the Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Department of Surgery, with academic rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency.
• Board certification/eligibility in General Surgery.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Florida medical license and appropriate clinical privileges.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, graduate medical education, teaching, and resident mentorship.

Salary

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department

Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine

Location

Clinical - Off Campus Location (COM use only)

Work Days and Hours

N/A

Application Deadline

2027-01-01

Required Documents

FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Transcripts

The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations

Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711